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In the mood for Halloween, five storytellers come together this Sunday to share spooky tales inspired by folklore from all around the world
The society conducts monthly events for adults and children
"Since they are children, our goal is not to scare them. These stories are spooky but also silly — like one where you discover that the ghost is probably a cat," she informs, adding that her story is based in North America. "We induce culture into the telling, whether it is through a song, dance or even accent. For instance, if we're delivering a story that is originally a Tamil one, then the word for ghost is pey. So, the children, learn through context."
Although this week's event is targeted towards a younger audience, the group will also have a similar one next Friday at Bandra's MCubed Library that is aimed for seven- to 14-year-olds. They are also planning an international festival in January where they will look to feature folklorists from different countries. Shreedevi concludes, "We don't read enough folktales to our children, so we especially want parents to accompany them for the event. Because we may read something to them once, but they can carry this tradition forward."
Shreedevi Sunil
On October 13, 11 am onwards
At Harkat Studios, Aram Nagar 2, Versova, Andheri West.
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Cost Rs 250
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